Back on July, we published the interpreting track during the upcoming ATA annual conference. Here's another great session to attend. We appreciate Lucy Gunderson, administrator of the Slavic Language Division, for letting us know about their Distinguished Speaker session on Thursday so we could share this info with you. Early History of Simultaneous Interpreting in the USSR … [Read more...]
Rebekah Tosado: Interpreters Division Distinguished Speaker
Plan to attend the preconference seminar on Wednesday morning ("Title VI: Overview and Enforcement") by the Interpreters Division Distinguished Speaker Rebekah Tosado. And on Thursday afternoon, do not miss the session titled "Language Access as Teamwork: Professionals and Government Working Together" she is giving with co-presenter Amy Vance. Meet the Interpreters … [Read more...]
Accumulate continuing education credits!
Last updated: November 4, 2015 Whether you are a legal interpreter or a medical interpreter, ATA sessions count for your certification. Each organization or court has different requirements, so please contact your organization to know what is needed in each case. IMIA (International Medical Interpreters Association) approved the following sessions: Click to open the … [Read more...]
Voting is a Privilege
By Carol Velandia Fourteen years ago, I was unaware of the importance of voting. I never took this democratic duty very seriously. It wasn't until I fell in love with this country that I realized how much I wanted to be part of the election process. I realized that by becoming a citizen, I would be able to help select the next American president. Living in a … [Read more...]
Early Registration deadline: September 25th
There's still time to register and save! You must register by September 25 to get the early registration savings of 30%. Learn more: https://www.atanet.org/conf/2015/register.htm Image: ©TourismAustralia via Canva.com … [Read more...]